Tecno Pop 2S Review: 4G Network, Android 9.0 and More

The Tecno Pop 2 has been upgraded to the Tecno Pop 2S, which comes with improved specifications and a refreshed design and build quality. The Tecno Pop 2S has the following specifications:

– Dimensions: 71.9 mm x 148.3 mm x 8.48 mm
– Weight: 150 g
– SIM: Dual Nano-SIM
– Display: 5.5 in, IPS, 720 x 1440 pixels
– OS: Android 9.0 (Pie)
– Chipset: MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
– CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
– GPU: PowerVR GE8300
– Memory: 1 GB RAM, 16 GB storage
– Rear camera: Dual 12.98 MP, f/2, LED flash
– Front camera: 7.99 MP, LED flash
– Battery: 3050 mAh, non-removable
– Colors: Champagne, Black, Blue.

The most significant upgrade in the Tecno Pop 2S is the incorporation of the powerful quad-core MediaTek MT6761 Helio A22 CPU, clocked at 2.0 GHz. This notable upgrade enables full support for 4G LTE network, a feature that was previously absent in the standard Pop 2 model. Additionally, the Tecno Pop 2S boasts a robust PowerVR GE8320 GPU, 1GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card, providing ample space for storing multimedia files and apps.

Furthermore, the Tecno Pop 2S has received a notable screen upgrade. While the display size remains the same at 5.5 inches, the new device boasts a higher resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, resulting in a sharper and more vibrant display compared to its predecessor. This enhancement promises a more immersive visual experience for users.

In terms of design, the Tecno Pop 2S maintains a similar form factor to its predecessor, but with a modern twist. The rear camera and Tecno logo have been repositioned vertically, aligning with the latest design trends seen in recent Tecno phone releases, such as the Tecno Spark 3 and Spark 3 Pro. This sleek and contemporary design update gives the Pop 2S a fresh and premium look.

The camera capabilities of the Pop 2S have also received a significant boost. Unlike its predecessor, which featured an 8 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera, the new Pop 2S boasts a high-resolution 13 MP sensor at the rear and an 8 MP sensor at the front, both accompanied by LED flash. This upgraded camera setup promises enhanced image quality and improved low-light performance, making it ideal for capturing life’s precious moments.

As expected, the device comes equipped with advanced AI capabilities, including face beautification and FaceID, courtesy of the Android 9.0 Pie (Go Edition) operating system that powers the device right out of the box. Moreover, the higher-end variant, the Tecno Pop 2S Pro, takes AI capabilities to the next level with its dual rear camera modules, enabling an even more enhanced AI experience.

Tecno Pop 2S Key Specifications and Features

• Key Specifications:

  – Display: 5.5-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels
  – Camera: 13-megapixel rear camera and 8-megapixel front camera
  – Storage: 16 GB internal storage
  – RAM: 1 GB
  – CPU: Quad-core MediaTek MT6761 processor clocked at 2.0 GHz
  – Operating System: Android 9.0 (Pie; Go Edition)

Tecno Pop 2S Price and Availability

– Brand and model: Tecno Pop 2
– Design:
Width: 72.8 mm (millimeters)
Height: 149.76 mm (millimeters)
Thickness: 9.35 mm (millimeters)
Colors: Champagne, Black, Blue
Body materials: Plastic
– SIM card:
SIM card type: Micro-SIM (3FF – third form factor, since 2003, 15.00 x 12.00 x 0.76 mm)
Number of SIM cards: 2
– Networks:
GSM: 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz
W-CDMA: 900 MHz, 2100 MHz
– Operating system: HiOS (Android 8.1 Oreo)
– System on Chip (SoC): MediaTek MT6580
– Display:
Type/technology: IPS
Diagonal size: 5.5 in (inches)
Resolution: 480 x 960 pixels
– Sensors: Accelerometer
– Rear camera:
Sensor type: CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Flash type: Dual LED
Image resolution: 2592 x 1944 pixels, 5.04 MP (megapixels)
– Front camera:
Sensor type: CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Auxiliary light: LED
Image resolution: 3264 x 2448 pixels, 7.99 MP (megapixels)
– Audio:
Speaker: Loudspeaker, Earpiece
– Radio: Yes
– Tracking/Positioning: GPS, A-GPS
– Wi-Fi: 802.11b (IEEE 802.11b-1999), 802.11g (IEEE 802.11g-2003), 802.11n (IEEE 802.11n-2009), Wi-Fi Hotspot
– Bluetooth: 4.0, A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
– USB: Micro USB, 2.0, Charging, Mass storage
– Headphone jack: Yes
– Connectivity: Computer sync, OTA sync, Tethering
– Browser: HTML, HTML5, CSS 3
– Audio file formats/codecs: AAC (Advanced Audio Coding), AAC+ / aacPlus / HE-AAC v1, AMR / AMR-NB / GSM-AMR (Adaptive Multi-Rate, .amr, .3ga), AMR-WB (Adaptive Multi-Rate Wideband, .awb).